Hotel Spotlight: Engel Ayurpura

Hotel Spotlight: Engel Ayurpura

Nestled in the Dolomites near Carezza Lake, Engel Ayurpura represents the next chapter in the Kohler family’s longstanding tradition of hospitality. Building on a 15-year legacy of offering authentic Ayurveda and detox programs, the family’s vision expanded during the pandemic, resulting in Engel Ayurpura, a serene retreat dedicated to Ayurvedic healing and the philosophy of lightness.

 

Engel Ayurpura is your family's second property in the Dolomites. Can you tell us about the Kohler family's history in the region?

Our family is deeply rooted in the region around Carezza Lake in the Dolomites. It was here that our great-great-grandparents decided in 1892 to rent out a few guest rooms alongside their agricultural work. Over the generations, this small hotel was further developed and expanded, becoming our current main property, Engel Gourmet & Spa. As Carmen Kohler (my mother) has always been interested in wellbeing and health programs but never found an offer in Europe that truly convinced her, she began offering authentic Ayurveda and Detox programs at the main property around 15 years ago, with the help of experts.

 

 

What led the family to create a property dedicated entirely to Ayurveda?

Over time, the desire emerged within our family to create a place in the Dolomites that would give Ayurveda the space it truly deserves. During the pandemic, we took the opportunity to further develop our vision. In close collaboration with our Ayurvedic physicians and the Marx-Ladurner architectural firm, we created a place (in Sanskrit, Pura) dedicated to the knowledge of long life (Ayurveda).

 

What makes the property and guest experience unique?

Our entire concept, from the architecture to wellbeing programmes, is centered around the theme of lightness and ease. We believe that lightness is essential in today's fast-paced world.

 

 

Why did you choose to partner with Manduka?

We chose Manduka because we are convinced of the values the brand stands for and the quality of their products. The positive feedback from our guests regarding the yoga equipment in our Yoga Shala shows us that we made the right choice.

 

Connect with Engel Ayurpura

Website: https://ayurpura.hotel-engel.com/

Instagram: @engelayurpura

 


 

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